Simba’s passion for the arts and wellness goes hand in hand. With a background in performance and movement, he brings presence, rhythm, and awareness into every session. As a certified yoga instructor, personal trainer, and corrective exercise specialist, Simba teaches that progress isn’t found in speed, but in presence and intention. 

His approach bridges science and soul, encouraging mindful strength, mobility, and alignment. In Simba’s classes, you’ll learn to challenge your body without disconnecting from it. You’ll sweat, breathe, and leave grounded stronger in more ways than one.

Guided by his mantra, “The correction is the exercise,” Simba creates a space where awareness becomes the foundation for transformation. Soulful, intentional, and deeply human his work reminds you that the body is the doorway back to yourself. Meet him at your Mat!

Gabrielle Marino is a professional dancer and Pilates instructor based in New York City. In her home state of Louisiana, she studied dance which shaped her relationship with movement. She holds a BFA in Dance from Northwestern State University and a Pilates Mat certification through Balanced Body. Her love of movement fuels each class that she teaches. She emphasizes mindfulness and precision while giving each student a lighthearted push so they can leave feeling stronger and more connected. 

Originally from Southern Utah, Trent moved to New York in 2018 and began pursuing his career in movement and education. He received his 200-RYT from Yoga to the People NYC. Since then he founded an online studio, Chaking Yoga, and earned his MFA in Acting from Brooklyn College. He currently teaches yoga on the Upper West Side & Harlem at UpDog Studios NYC and is an adjunct professor of theatre at Brooklyn College. He leads his classes with active breath, movement, and groovy tunes. Trent is beyond thrilled to join the Method Collective team and can’t wait to join you on the mat.

Alley is a certified personal trainer, group fitness instructor, dancer and actor from Massachusetts. As a dancer of over 20 years, she believes it is such a privilege to move your body and is completely thrilled to get to celebrate the feeling of movement with the community at Method Collective . See you in the studio!

Sarah “Jo” is a long-time avid cyclist and outdoors person, having grown up in the Pacific Northwest, skiing and backpacking the Rockies, and biking alongside the tributaries of the Columbia River and through the Palouse. She brought her love of movement to Harlem nearly five years ago when she joined the leadership committee for Rosie’s Run Club, and led rides across the city with the Brompton cyclist community. Coaching conditioning and indoor cycling fitness classes is another way she brings the joy of movement to people in her community; empowering people of all ages and abilities to develop a relationship with activity that furthers their embodiment and overall wellbeing. 

Deni Wilson is a Los Angeles–born spin instructor who brings feel-good energy, great music, and a seriously good sweat to every ride. As a former Division I volleyball player at UC Santa Barbara, she brings strength, positivity, and the enthusiasm of elite athletics to every ride.

Deni’s deep love of music and creativity shape every class, creating a space to connect with yourself, move without judgment, and recharge both body and mind. Whether she’s playing piano, writing songs, or curating the perfect playlist, rhythm and storytelling are at the heart of her rides.

When she’s not on the bike, you can find her writing at a café, running through the city, directing and editing film and music videos, or coaching volleyball.

Heather Boddy (she/her) is a size-inclusive fitness professional who has taught more than 13 modalities in her 10 year career. She’s been in NYC for nearly 14 years and originally hails from Cincinnati, OH. Heather’s goal is to help people who feel like they don't "fit in" in fitness find ways to move that feel enjoyable and fun! She is also a cosplayer, public speaker, actor, and host who loves pop culture. Tell her about your fav book or tv show!

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